Where you will fly

Based from crew hubs in St. John’s, Halifax, and Montreal, you will operate Dash 8 aircraft across a diverse route structure that connects remote communities and urban centers. Expect a mix of scheduled service and charter flying that keeps your skills sharp and your days diverse.

What you will bring

- Valid Transport Canada CPL, Group 1 Instrument Rating, Multi-Engine rating, and Class 1 Medical.
- Plus one of the following: a valid ATPL; SAMRA and SARON; or IATRA written and passed within the last 24 months.
- Direct Entry Captain: ATPL required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a RAIC.
- Current passport and unrestricted ability to travel to the United States; eligible to obtain and maintain a C-1/D crewmember visa.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- High school diploma (or equivalent) and Transport Canada English language proficiency level 4 or higher.
- Preference for candidates with a Canadian ATPL and two-crew, multi-engine turbine experience.
- No numerical flight-hour minimums are stated for this posting.

Applicants can confirm qualifications and preferences within the application flow. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you will do





- Operate as a Direct Entry Captain or First Officer on Dash 8 aircraft within PAL Airlines’ network and charter operations.
- Champion safety, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service on every flight.
- Execute flight planning, performance calculations, and thorough preflight/postflight duties.
- Employ strong CRM, SOP adherence, and sound decision-making in diverse weather and terrain environments.
- Collaborate with dispatch, maintenance, and airport teams across remote and major stations.

What’s in it for you

- Competitive pay with per diems for days worked.
- 12 guaranteed days off per month.
- Minimum monthly guarantee of 78 credits; overtime paid above 90 credits.
- 2-5 weeks of annual vacation based on seniority, plus 11 additional Holiday Block days per year.
- Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Personal travel privileges on PAL and interline partners, plus industry discounts on hotels, rental cars, and more.
- Annual shoe allowance, headset allowance, and jump seat agreements.
- Eligibility for relocation assistance in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

📌 Dash 8 Direct Entry Captains (Montreal)
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